What Are The Benefits Of Marigold Extract For Eyes And Skin?

 

Marigold flower extract is a concentrated ingredient obtained from marigold flowers through modern processing technology. Marigold is native to America and is now widely cultivated. Its extraction process retains highly active biological components, ensuring purity and naturalness.

 

Main ingredients:

The core efficacy of marigold extract comes from its rich bioactive ingredients. There are mainly three categories:

 

1. Carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthin):
Accounting for more than 60% of the extract, these fat-soluble pigments are powerful antioxidants. Marigold extract lutein and zeaxanthin cannot be synthesized by the human body and must be supplemented externally, especially in the retina.

 

2. Volatile oils and aromatic compounds:
Such as limonene and linalool, they give the extract a unique aroma and also give marigold antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

 

3. Polyphenols and flavonoids:
The main effect of this type of ingredient is anti-oxidation, and it can also enhance overall biological activity.

 

 

1. Skin health and anti-aging

Lutein in marigold extract is a very effective ingredient in skin care products, mainly for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

A 2018 Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology study showed that lutein can neutralize free radicals, reduce skin damage caused by UV radiation, and reduce wrinkles and spots.

 

Its uses include adding it to creams and serums to improve uneven skin tone and moisturize. A double-blind trial showed that after continuous use of a product containing 0.1% of the extract for 8 weeks, the skin elasticity of the subjects increased by 30%.

 

2. Marigold flower extract for eyes

Eye protection is the most famous application of marigold extract. Lutein and zeaxanthin are key components of the macula of the retina, which can filter harmful blue light and prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

 

According to the National Eye Institute (NEI) of the United States, daily supplementation of 10mg lutein and 2mg zeaxanthin can reduce the risk of AMD by 25%. Therefore, it is widely used in eye care products and is suitable for people who use their eyes for a long time, such as office workers and students.

 

 

3. Anti-inflammatory and immune support
The volatile oil components in marigold have significant anti-inflammatory potential. Animal experiments (Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2020) have confirmed that the extract can inhibit inflammatory factors such as TNF-α and relieve chronic inflammatory-related diseases.

 

Adding it to health foods can help manage arthritis or intestinal health while enhancing immunity. A human trial found that regular intake can increase the activity of natural bactericidal cells by 20%.

 

4. Natural dyes and food additives
In the industrial field, marigold extract is used as a safe pigment (E161b) to replace artificial dyes for food and cosmetic coloring. The EU EFSA has certified it as non-toxic, especially for children's products.

 

5. Agricultural use
In agriculture, it is used as a natural insecticide, which is safer and can reduce dependence on chemical pesticides.

 

 

Marigold extract is generally safe and harmless with very low risk, but some people may experience mild side effects, which is normal. These side effects include mild stomach pain, diarrhea, or nausea. Symptoms usually get better quickly, but if symptoms persist or worsen, please seek medical attention immediately.

 

 

Fruiterco is an export company that mainly produces plant extracts, health product raw materials, and cosmetic raw materials. The company has a 20+ professional service after-sales team. We have HACCP, HALAL, KOSHER, ISO22000 and other certificates.

 

Our products are sold to North America, Europe, Australia, South America and Asia. Our products have passed quality inspection and also support customer re-inspection. If you want to buy marigold extract, you can contact us: Email: info@fruiterco.com.

 

 

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